Author: Milkwood

It’s official. Today is National Milk Tart Day and we are here to help you celebrate with delicious milk tart recipes from Le Creuset. So switch the oven on and get baking. Enjoy a treat all South Africans love. Spiced Milk Tart This Spiced Milk Tart is easily prepared in the Le Creuset Signature Skillet. Not […]

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They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and we at the Milkwood Collection totally agree. There are thousands of people out there sharing their holiday pics on social media that inspires others to get up and go. We turned to Instagram in search of our favourite Under Milkwood guests’ Instagram photos. We’d just […]

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Nothing says, “I love you,” like a homemade Valentine treat. This year, treat your sweetheart with one (or more) of these simple and creative sweets from Le Creuset. The secret ingredient? Lots of heart! Quick Fridge Cheesecakes One of the quickest and easiest cheesecake recipes to prepare. Just a handful of ingredients, with fresh fruit […]

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Although well known for its outdoor activities, Knysna offers plenty of warmth indoors too. Even when it rains, there are many ways to enjoy what Knysna has to offer. Here are a few ideas: Visit Knysna’s museums and galleries. The Old Gaol complex houses displays of the town’s angling and maritime history as well as […]

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Today is the official opening of the Blue Flag summer season. Around South Africa, sixty-six blue flags will be proudly flown at 46 beaches, eight marinas and by 12 sustainable tourism boats. Eight of the beaches are found between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. The annual international awards focus on the environmental management of our coastal […]

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The forests around Knysna offer plenty of beautiful picnic spots where you can enjoy relaxing in nature, while your children roam free and run off excess energy. Some sites offer sprawling grassed areas and cool streams, which make it perfect for spending time with friends and family while cooling off in the shade provided by […]

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The Garden Route – the region from Mossel Bay to the Tsitsikamma – is well-known for its beautiful mountains, forests, lakes, and indigenous fynbos. Bird species you can expect to see here include Forest Buzzard, African Crowned Eagle, Emerald Cuckoo, Half-collared Kingfisher, Narina Trogon, Knysna Woodpecker, the Knysna Warbler, Olive Bush-Shrike, and the famous Knysna […]

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LOW SEASON RATES EXTENDED TILL 9 SEPTEMBER! Need a break? Why not enjoy a quick escape to the Garden Route? Stay in a timber chalet or in a five-star villa, on the edge of the stunning Knysna lagoon! We are extending our low season rates until the 9th of September 2018. This offer is valid […]

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From Moroccan Butternut Soup to Spring Vegetable Chowder, here are our all-time favourite Le Creuset soup recipes. Whether it’s a cold winter’s evening or a cool day in Spring, these delightful dishes can be enjoyed all year long. Caramelised Cauliflower Soup with Roasted Parmesan Cauli-Florets and Lemon-Burnt Butter Rich and creamy, this soup is a bowl […]

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UNDER MILKWOOD PROMOTION 2 PEOPLE PAY – 4 PEOPLE STAY! Book a chalet for four people from only R1,070 for 4 people per night! Pay for two people and invite two more to stay for free! Direct bookings only. Bookings cannot be made via a third party booking website if you want to qualify for the […]